2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Taurus | Cruze |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |